The Southern Illinois Miners (42-31) jumped on the London Rippers (25-35) early on their way to a 9-5 win on Saturday at Rent One Park, scoring six runs in the first inning.

Chad Maddox racked up four RBIs on two hits for the Southern Illinois Miners. He singled in the first and sixth innings.

David Christensen racked up two RBIs on one hit for the London Rippers. He homered in the eighth inning.

Daniel Calhoun recorded his fifth win of the year for the Southern Illinois Miners. He allowed two runs over five innings. He struck out three, walked one and surrendered five hits.

Jamie Richmond was charged with his third loss of the year. He allowed seven runs in four innings, walked none and struck out three.